THE transfer window may be drawing to a close but the momentum only continues to build in the English football season with another cracking weekend of Premier League and Championship action ahead.
Last week’s selections went 2/4 and we’ve got another five suggested bets from the top two tiers of the English game this weekend
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
Crystal Palace v Swansea City
Palace ($1.95) put in an improved showing against Liverpool last week and had a number of chances to put the game away. That should hold them in good stead against a Swansea ($4.45) outfit that was demoralised late by Manchester United at home last week and looks destined for another relegation battle. Frank de Boer’s side should make amends for their opening day horror show in front of their own fans here.
Betting tip: Crystal Palace to win @ $1.95 (Unibet)
Huddersfield v Southampton
Huddersfield’s ($4.00) start to their maiden Premier League campaign has been remarkable and they could make it three from three against Southampton ($2.10). The Saints have been underwhelming – an opening round stalemate was followed by a fortunate 3-2 win over struggling West Ham. With Aaron Mooy pulling the strings in midfield, they are more than an outside chance of an upset home victory.
Betting tip: Huddersfield to win @ $4.00 (Unibet)
Watford v Brighton & Hove Albion
We sided with Watford last week on the back of a promising opening to the campaign against Liverpool and they didn’t let us down, getting the job done away at Bournemouth. They arguably face an easier task at home to a Brighton outfit yet to hit the scoreboard in their top flight return. Albion has been exposed by the pacy counter attacks of Manchester City and Leicester in the opening weeks and Watford should do similar damage with their high intensity style.
Betting tip: Watford to win @ $1.95 (Unibet)
West Bromwich Albion v Stoke City
West Brom has once again started a Premier League season well, squeezing out two 1-0 wins over Bournemouth and Burnley. They face a Stoke side which was completely dominated but managed to steal a 1-0 win over Arsenal last week. Both sides here are happy to sit off the ball but the Baggies look like they pack a bit more punch going forward, which could prove the difference.
Betting tip: West Brom to win @ $2.45 (Centrebet)
ENGLISH CHAMPIONSHIP
Ipswich Town v Fulham
Ipswich ($3.30) sit equal top of the league after winning each of their first four games but incredibly it is Fulham ($2.20) which has been posted as the favourite for their trip to Portman Road. The Cottagers were fancied to be a title challenger but have scored just one goal in two away fixtures, while Ipswich are yet to concede at home. With this in mind, taking the +1 handicap for the some side looks a logical play at the price on offer.
Betting tip: Ipswich +1 @ $1.73 (Bet 365)